…its private courier service Nova Poshta in the north-eastern city of Sumy killed three drivers. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was a “double-tap” drone strike. Two more people were killed in southern Ukraine, Kyiv said, as Moscow reported two villagers killed in border areas and one more person in the o…

…against the approaching inferno, while traffic information website Bison Fute urged drivers to avoid roads in the area to free up access for emergency services. Around 44,000 people fled the up-market Cap Ferret peninsula south of Bordeaux, with the only road threatened by flames. Boats moved hundreds of people away fr…

…under scrutiny On August 1, 2025, Dr Nonyelum Okechukwu arrived at Wigwe University in Rivers State expecting the usual ordinary day at the institution, where she had served as university librarian since joining in November 2023. The woman in her late 50s was instead handed a letter stating that her appointment would b…

The Nigerian Army has raided a suspected criminal hideout in Rivers State, recovering arms and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation carried out by troops of Sector 4, Joint Task Force South-East, Operation UDO KA. The operation, conducted on July 23, 2026, targeted a forest enclave at Awara Community Watersi…

The Court of Appeal sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has vacated the interim order freezing 124 bank accounts belonging to businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu and companies linked to her, ruling that allowing the ex parte order to remain in force for over 15 months amounted to an abuse of court process. In a unanimous…

…administration, industrial revival, youth empowerment and investment promotion as key drivers of the transformation. “The ranking also reflects increasing confidence in Abia’s governance model, which places transparency, accountability, prudent resource management and people-centred policies at the heart of public serv…

…- Makurdi (Benue, Nasarawa and Kogi States)5. 6 Division Headquarters - Port Harcourt (Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River States)6. 7 Division Headquarters - Maiduguri (Borno and Yobe States)7. 8 Division Headquarters - Sokoto (Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States)8. 9 Division Headquarters - Ilorin (Kwara and Niger States)…

…altered life in the Niger Delta. He said communities that once depended on thriving rivers, fertile farmlands and abundant fisheries now struggle with polluted air, declining crop yields, disappearing fish species and worsening health conditions. “Our flare stack is less than 200 metres from the community. It has alter…

…while another N20m was spent this year for similar work. “The responsibility of dredging rivers and clearing waterways should not rest on struggling farmers. It is the responsibility of government and should be carried out routinely,” he added. The association demanded immediate relief materials, compensation for destr…

Victim rescued as Rivers police arrest four suspected k!dnappers in Rivers State The Rivers State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a notorious k!dnapping syndicate, rescued the victim and recovered the gang's operational vehicle. The operation followed a report by one Mr. Ikechukwu, who informed th…

…targets unsafe driving practices such as overloading and mixed loading. She cautioned drivers against carrying passengers together with animals or goods, adding that it is dangerous and can have disastrous consequences, adding, “Goods should not be transported alongside human beings. According to her, the command is al…

…Fubara says as he declares support for Wike's governorship candidate The governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his support for the governorship candidate backed by the Rainbow Coalition that is being led by his predecessor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. Fubara spoke on Wednesday, July 22, du…

Navy uncovers nine illegal refining sites in Rivers The Nigerian Navy says it has uncovered nine illegal refining sites in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers. This is contained in an operational report by the Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, on Tuesday, July 21, in Abuja. Folorunsho said that…

…2027 election, “Wike will go to jail.”Legit.ng reports that Wike, a former governor of Rivers state, is the incumbent minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).Primate Elijah Ayodele shares a fresh prophecy on the possibility of FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, going to jail. Photo Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, Nyesom Ezen…

…are walking, cycling or riding a motorcycle. When roads are designed as if only car drivers matter, these people are left dangerously exposed,” Krug said. “We know what works, strong laws and enforcement, safe infrastructure and vehicles with particular attention to lowering speed and addressing impaired driving. This…

…per cent, followed by Ebonyi (20.79 per cent) and Katsina (21.87 per cent). Others were Rivers (23.73 per cent), Zamfara (24.00 per cent), Kaduna (24.71 per cent), Edo (25.90 per cent), Cross River (25.91 per cent), Delta (26.31 per cent), Borno (26.62 per cent), Kano (26.80 per cent), Anambra (27.37 per cent), Ondo (2…

…to exercise caution during the rainy season by avoiding attempts to cross flooded rivers, streams and drainage channels. “The water level has risen significantly due to the persistent rains, making such crossings extremely dangerous. We appeal to residents to prioritise their safety and promptly report emergencies to t…

…A Nigerian man was left in shock after reportedly visiting a zoo in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and was stunned at the type of ''lion'' he saw in the zoo. In the video shared online, the man showed a lion built with ceramic and trapped in a cage as though it were a live lion. The man called out the zoo keeper for defr…

…FCT Police Command has arrested four (4) suspects who specialize in robbing commercial drivers, particularly Bolt and Uber drivers of their vehicles. Confirming the arrest to newsmen, SP Josephine Adeh, spokesperson of the command, said on 7th July, 2026, following credible intelligence, operatives of the FCT Police Co…

…until all passengers aboard the boat are accounted for. Speaking with PUNCH at the riverside, a local diver, Malam Jibril Sani, said search efforts had continued since the incident occurred. He said, “We started the search immediately after the incident occurred, before the Maghrib prayer on Sunday, and stopped when ni…

…statesThe highest prices are recorded in areas with high inland transportation costs:Rivers State: up to ₦19,500 in some locationsBorno State: among the costliest due to long-distance logisticsNorth-East states: ₦17,300 to ₦19,500 in several marketsWhy prices differ so muchThe primary reason for the disparity is…

…be found," he said. Fage urged residents, particularly young people, to avoid crossing rivers during the rainy season, warning that water levels can rise suddenly after heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, search and rescue operations by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agen…

…was replacing Dakorinama George, who had resigned to pursue a governorship ticket in Rivers state.Dakorinama George carries on despite replacementLegit.ng gathered that despite the directive, George has continued to function in the role.From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram.On July 9, he hel…

…we got to that nearest village called Alawusa. They told us we were going to meet two rivers. We met the two rivers. So, when we got to the second river. There were two or three children that couldn’t walk. Despite all that we went through, I carried one, Testimony. When we got to that river, nobody was able to cross,…

…strengthen road safety enforcement and curb practices considered capable of distracting drivers, now awaits presidential assent. If signed into law, the legislation will also impose a N50,000 fine, six months’ imprisonment, or both, on motorists who refuse to cooperate with officials of the FRSC during roadside breath…